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Effectiveness of leadership and management Good
Early years provision Outstanding
Overall effectiveness at previous inspection Not Previously Inspected
Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good
Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good
Outcomes for pupils Good
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Foundational Skills: The teaching of reading is exceptionally strong, especially in Reception, and pupils develop a love of books.
Success of the Curriculum: Pupils enjoy a wide range of activities that develop their confidence and enthusiasm for learning.
Areas Needing Improvement: The curriculum lacks clarity about how knowledge and skills are progressively developed as pupils move through the school.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Most make strong progress in reading and mathematics.
Support for Falling Behind: Effective teaching assistants and experienced staff support pupils’ learning, helping those with difficulties.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Pupils behave well in lessons and around the school, showing respect for each other and adults.
Support for SEND Pupils: Strong and effective support for pupils with SEN enables them to overcome barriers and make expected progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: A strong culture of safeguarding is established; pupils feel safe and are aware of risks.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: Supportive relationships and vigilant staff ensure a safe environment for all pupils.
Parental Involvement: The school works supportively with parents, particularly in the early years and key stage 1.
Parent Feedback: Parents are generally very supportive but seek better communication about children’s progress.
Extracurricular Activities: Pupils participate enthusiastically in extra-curricular clubs and events.
Outdoor Facilities: Children enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities, including sports like rugby and triathlons.
Teacher Engagement: Staff feel well supported and entitled to continuing professional development and training.
Impact on Student Progress: Teachers’ strong skills in teaching reading, writing, and mathematics lead to good outcomes.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Careful monitoring and feedback by leaders improve teaching quality.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Middle leadership is developing but needs further establishment.
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Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Roman Catholic school located in West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and The Humber.

It has 204 students from age 4-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 24 : 1.

At this school, 76% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.

This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.

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Leeds LS16 6NF
Phase of Education Primary Primary Primary
Type Academies Academies Academies
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B-
B-
B-
Ofset report Good Good Outstanding
Age range 4-11 3-11 5-11
Gender Co-Ed Co-Ed Co-Ed
Student teacher ratio 24.1 22.3 21.8
Proficient Math 105 107 108
Proficient Read 107 109 111
Grade 5 or above GCSE - - -
Grade 5 or above A Level - - -
Day Fees - - -
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Primary Exam Result

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 105 99 97
Reading 107 100 98

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 76% 57.84% 55.96%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 17% 8.83% 7.42%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading 3.1 Above Average
Writing 4.5 Well Above Average
Maths 2.8 Above Average

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

Exam Result Not Published

Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 108 2 99 96
Reading 108 1 98 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 71% 8 60.04% 60.44%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 14% 7 9.93% 9.72%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading 1.1 Above Average
Writing 0.2 Average
Maths 1.2 Above Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 106 95 94
Reading 107 1 95 95

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 79% 4 57.58% 59.51%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 21% 8 8.82% 9.16%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading 1.4 Above Average
Writing 3.4 Above Average
Maths 0.2 Average

View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.

Average scaled score School LA England
Maths 106 95 93
Reading 108 95 93

Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).

Reading, writing and maths School LA England
Pupils meeting the expected standard 83% 53.84% 56.29%
Pupils achieving at a higher standard 13% 6.87% 8.19%

Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.

Subject Progress score Description
Reading 2.7 Above Average
Writing 0.8 Above Average
Maths 1.5 Above Average
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Holidays 2024/25

Holidays Date
Autumn Half Term Holidays 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024
Winter Holidays 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025
Spring Half Term Holidays 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025
Spring Holidays 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025
Summer Half Term Holidays 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025
Summer Holidays 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025

Terms Dates 2024/25

Terms Dates
Autumn Term 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024
Autumn Term-2 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024
Spring Term 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025
Spring Term-2 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025
Summer Term 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025
Summer Term-2 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025
Students Teachers
24 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Holy Name Catholic Voluntary Academy
Local authority ratio 20 : 1

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